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‘Brittney Griner is suddenly ensnared in a geopolitical chess game’
Instant Opinion Your digest of analysis from the British and international press
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How Covid-19 set back the battle against child labour
In Depth After two decades of progress, 2021 saw increase in number of children working globally
By Julia O'Driscoll, The Week UK Published
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The arguments for and against boycotting sporting events
Pros and Cons Protesters say regimes are ‘sportswashing’ but others argue that shunning tournaments is ineffective
By The Week Staff Published
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The CIA tortured this man. Americans should hear what he has to say.
Talking Point
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
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Ben Roberts-Smith: the decorated Australian soldier accused of killing ‘helpless Afghans’
In the Spotlight The former special forces corporal is suing newspapers for defamation in case that renews spotlight on alleged military abuses
By The Week Staff Published
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The U.S. and Afghan women are skeptical of the Taliban's newly professed tolerance
Speed Read
By Peter Weber Published
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What is gender terrorism?
feature Pakistani activists call for action on country’s high rate of gender-based violence
By Julia O'Driscoll, The Week UK Published
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'Eloquently nasty' spyware from Israeli firm was reportedly used against dozens of journalists, politicians, activists
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By Peter Weber, The Week US Published
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Instant Opinion: Is Boris Johnson a ‘war leader’?
In Depth Your guide to the best columns and commentary on Monday 23 August
By The Week Staff Published
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52 ideas that changed the world: 34. Human rights
In Depth Emerging from the wreckage of the Second World War, human rights are increasingly under attack around the globe
By Joe Evans Last updated
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Why is Israel deporting a human rights campaigner?
Speed Read Omar Shaki loses his visa after authorities accuse him of promoting boycotts
By The Week Staff Last updated
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South Korea: conservative MPs push to reduce LGBT+ rights
Speed Read Right-wing politician has proposed an amendment to the country’s laws
By Gabriel Power, The Week UK Last updated
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Indefinite conscription: why so many people are fleeing Eritrea
In Depth Young migrants risk dangerous sea crossings to avoid abuse and forced labour
By James Ashford Last updated
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UN Human rights chief 'appalled' by conditions at southern border
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By Tim O'Donnell Published
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